Proven. Driven. Born to Perform.

Clear 28 Agency
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Born from the minds of racing legends and built on a strong foundation of winning culture, Brandon McReynolds, managing partner of Clear 28 Agency, brings you "Proven. Driven. Born to Perform." With a lifetime of experience in NASCAR, the McReynolds family’s ties to Robert Yates Racing & the iconic No. 28, the creation of Clear 28 was a natural evolution. This podcast takes you down roads never seen before as Brandon & motorsport industry leaders and athletes reflect on the history, milestones & legacy of their journey in racing as they focus on those who are Proven. Driven. Born to Perform.

Episodes

  1. Born to Perform: Episode 10 - Freddie Kraft

    May 21

    Born to Perform: Episode 10 - Freddie Kraft

    Proven. Driven. Born to Perform.

    42 min
  2. Born to Perform: Episode 9 - John Lewensten

    Apr 20

    Born to Perform: Episode 9 - John Lewensten

    PROVEN. DRIVEN. BORN TO PERFORM. is back with Clear 28's Chief Growth Officer, John Lewensten as Episode 9's guest. From growing up in Minnesota with no ties to racing, to building a 24-year career alongside Jimmie Johnson—John’s journey is anything but typical. He shares how he carved out his path in the sport, the lessons learned from one of NASCAR’s most successful eras, and what it takes to sustain long-term success at the highest level. Now playing a key role in the growth of Viking Motorsports, John dives into the challenges and opportunities that come with building a competitive two-car team, and what the future could hold. It’s a story of persistence, perspective, and passion for the sport—one you won’t want to miss.

    49 min
  3. Born to Perform: Episode 8 - Todd English

    12/08/2025

    Born to Perform: Episode 8 - Todd English

    Welcome to the Clear 28 Podcast: Proven. Driven. Born to Perform. In this episode, we sit down with a true leader and partner, Todd English, Vice President of Marketing and Strategic Partnerships for Roush Yates Engines. Todd offers a rare look behind the scenes, discussing his unique journey from corporate manufacturing to becoming a key figure in one of motorsports' most dominant organizations. He provides invaluable insights into the winning culture of the Yates family, the business of building high-performance partnerships, and the essential qualities that separate successful drivers and brands in the fast-paced world of NASCAR. Whether you're a young driver, a brand looking to enter the sport, or a fan who wants to understand the keys to success both on and off the racetrack, Todd delivers essential, direct, and proven advice.

    30 min
  4. Born to Perform: Episode 7 - Brenden Queen

    10/27/2025

    Born to Perform: Episode 7 - Brenden Queen

    In episode 7 of PROVEN. DRIVEN. BORN TO PERFORM., host Brandon McReynolds sits down with one of the most electric personalities in short track racing — Brenden “Butterbean” Queen.From grinding it out on the local short track scene to becoming a force in the CARS Tour, Brenden’s rise has been anything but ordinary. He breaks down the journey that took him from a Virginia kid chasing races to a 2025 ARCA Menards Series Champion, and now, a driver with a massive opportunity ahead — a new deal with Kaulig Racing and a partnership with Dodge Ram.Brenden keeps it real in this episode with stories from early racing struggles, career-changing moments, the people who believed in him, and what it’s like to finally prove you belong on a national stage. This is a conversation about momentum, belief, and building something the hard way.

    1h 3m
  5. Born to Perform: Episode 6 - Ryan Von Rueden

    10/13/2025

    Born to Perform: Episode 6 - Ryan Von Rueden

    In this episode of Proven. Driven. Born to Perform, host Brandon McReynolds sits down with Ryan Von Rueden — longtime strength and conditioning coach to some of NASCAR’s best. Ryan opens up about his journey from stick-and-ball sports to becoming one of motorsports’ most trusted performance coaches, training elite drivers like Kasey Kahne and Ricky Stenhouse Jr. He shares stories of grueling workouts (including the infamous mile of burpee broad jumps), the mindset that separates champions from the rest, and why recovery is just as important as the grind. Whether you’re a driver, athlete, or fan of high-performance culture, this episode dives deep into what it really takes to compete — on and off the track. 🎙️ Topics Covered: 00:00 – Intro to Ryan Von Ruden & Second To None Fitness 05:00 – Early days, sports background, and how he found motorsports 10:00 – Working with Kasey Kahne and Ricky Stenhouse Jr. 20:00 – What separates great drivers from good ones 28:00 – The craziest driver workouts ever 35:00 – Building mental toughness and accountability 42:00 – Recovery, mindset, and loving the process 💪 Follow Clear 28 Instagram: @clear28agency Website: https://clear28.com 🏁 Subscribe for more episodes featuring the athletes, coaches, and leaders driving performance forward.

    48 min
  6. Born to Perform: Episode 5 - Sam Mayer

    09/22/2025

    Born to Perform: Episode 5 - Sam Mayer

    Host Brandon McReynolds sits down with Sam Mayer, driver of the NASCAR Xfinity Series No. 41 Audibel Ford Mustang for HAAS Factory Team. From growing up around racing with a father who competed in IndyCar, to making his mark with early success in the NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series, Sam shares the pivotal moments that shaped his path. The two dive into clutch playoff wins, his breakthrough victory at Iowa this season, and what lies ahead as he continues to chase success at the highest levels of the sport. Packed with insight, stories, and forward-looking perspective, this is one you won’t want to miss.

    51 min
  7. Born to Perform: Episode 4 - Tyler Green

    08/28/2025

    Born to Perform: Episode 4 - Tyler Green

    In the fourth episode of the Clear 28 Podcast, Proven. Driven. Born to Perform., Host Brandon McReynolds sits down with NASCAR Cup Series spotter Tyler Green, who currently guides Carson Hocevar in the Spire Motorsports No. 77. From their early days at the track to the first times holding a spotter’s radio, Brandon and Tyler swap stories from the past, share lessons learned on the roof, and break down what the future looks like for the art of spotting in NASCAR. Packed with behind-the-scenes insight and plenty of laughs, this is an episode you won’t want to miss.

    48 min
  8. Born to Perform: Episode 3 - Noah Gragson

    07/28/2025

    Born to Perform: Episode 3 - Noah Gragson

    In the third episode of the Clear 28 Podcast, Proven. Driven. Born to Perform., host Brandon McReynolds sits down at Club 28 with Noah Gragson, a three-time All-Star Fan Vote winner and driver of the No. 4 Ford Mustang Dark Horse for Front Row Motorsports. Buckle up and tune in to learn about his childhood in Las Vegas, how he got involved in racing and his stint in military school, along with how Noah has come up through racing and his historic Xfinity career, working his way up to the cup series.

    1h 29m
  9. Born to Perform - Episode 2: Cole Custer

    07/07/2025

    Born to Perform - Episode 2: Cole Custer

    In the second episode of the Clear 28 Podcast, Proven. Driven. Born to Perform., host Brandon McReynolds sits down at Club 28 with Cole Custer, the 2023 NASCAR Xfinity Series Champion and driver of the No. 41 Ford Mustang Dark Horse for Haas Factory Team. Buckle up and tune in to learn how Cole got started in racing, lessons he has learned along the way and fun memories of Cole and Brandon growing up in racing together.

    1h 23m
  10. Born to Perform - Episode 1: Larry McReynolds

    06/05/2025

    Born to Perform - Episode 1: Larry McReynolds

    In the debut episode of the Clear 28 Podcast, Proven. Driven. Born to Perform., host Brandon McReynolds sits down with his father, Larry McReynolds — a two-time Daytona 500-winning crew chief and current NASCAR on Fox analyst. Recorded at Club 28, the episode dives deep into Larry’s motorsports journey and life lessons - including untold Dale Earnhardt, Davey Allison and Robert Yates stories.

    1h 14m
  • 10 Episodes

Ratings & Reviews

5
out of 5
8 Ratings

About

Born from the minds of racing legends and built on a strong foundation of winning culture, Brandon McReynolds, managing partner of Clear 28 Agency, brings you "Proven. Driven. Born to Perform." With a lifetime of experience in NASCAR, the McReynolds family’s ties to Robert Yates Racing & the iconic No. 28, the creation of Clear 28 was a natural evolution. This podcast takes you down roads never seen before as Brandon & motorsport industry leaders and athletes reflect on the history, milestones & legacy of their journey in racing as they focus on those who are Proven. Driven. Born to Perform.

Information

  • Creator
    Clear 28 Agency
  • Years Active
    2025 - 2026
  • Episodes
    10
  • Rating
    Explicit

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